Herb-Grilled Chicken with Roasted Zucchini & Spinach

⏱ Prep Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (5 oz each)

• 3 medium zucchinis (sliced)

• 4 cups fresh spinach

• 2 tsp olive oil (not tbsp — keeps fat moderate)

• 3 cloves garlic (minced)

• Italian seasoning

• Salt & pepper

• Lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.

2. Toss zucchini with 1 tsp olive oil, salt, pepper. Roast 18–20 minutes.

3. Season chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper.

4. Grill or pan-sear chicken 5–6 minutes per side (165°F internal temp).

5. Sauté spinach in pan with garlic (1–2 minutes).

6. Portion into containers: protein first, veggies second.

Why it works: Lean protein first, moderate fat, soft cooked vegetables = easier digestion.

Nutrition

Per Serving

• Calories: ~395cal

• Protein: 46g

• Carbs: 10g

• Fat: 14g